Required Low-Carbon Investment For OIC Averages 1.4 Pct Of GDP -- BNM Deputy Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- The investment required for the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries to pursue low-carbon strategies averages 1.4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) and rises to over 5.0 per cent for low-income members, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Deputy Governor Adnan Zaylani Mohamad Zahid said today.

MPOB To Introduce Used Cooking Oil Reference Price In 1Q 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Palm Oil Board (MPOB) will introduce an official used cooking oil (UCO) reference price in the first quarter of 2026, said Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad.

Great American Insurance Group Hires Natt Wattanaumphaipong To Singapore Leadership Role

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Great American Insurance Group has appointed Nattakorn (Natt) Wattanaumphaipong as Senior Director, Technical Underwriting for the Singapore Branch of its flagship insurer, Great American Insurance Company.

Malaysia's Property Sector To Shift To Fundamental-Driven Growth - Knight Frank

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Headline activity in Malaysia's property market no longer provides a complete picture of underlying market dynamics, as outcomes are now driven by infrastructure readiness, capital discipline and alignment with long-term demand fundamentals.

Affin Hwang IB, CBOE In Partnership To Introduce VIX® Futures In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) — Affin Hwang Investment Bank Bhd has partnered with Cboe Global Markets Inc to introduce VIX® Futures to local investors.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher On Improved Buying Momentum

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Friday, with trading very much centred on key heavyweight counters. 

Dmitry Shubov: IP Protection Key For Southeast Asia Legal Tech Eyeing US Market

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 8 (Bernama) -- As Southeast Asian legal tech startups seek expansion into the United States (US) market, the protection of intellectual property (IP) has become a critical strategic priority.

Malaysia’s Real Estate Market To Shift From Resilience To Relevance In 2026 -- CBRE WTW

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s real estate market in 2026 is expected to evolve from resilience to relevance, underpinned by economic stability, policy reforms and infrastructure-led development, according to CBRE WTW Valuation and Advisory Sdn Bhd (CBRE WTW).

Manufacturers Should Remain Vigilant Over Rising Construction Material Cost -- REHDA

PETALING JAYA, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- The Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association Malaysia (REHDA) has urged local producers and manufacturers to remain vigilant over the rising cost of construction materials, which could impact the affordability of property prices.

Malaysia Enters Fourth Phase Of E-invoicing To Strengthen Tax System, Ease SME Compliance

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysia entered the fourth phase of electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) rollout today, marking another part of the government’s effort to strengthen tax administration while easing the compliance burden on small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

Dmitry Shubov Consulting Guides Southeast Asian Legal Tech Startups Into US Market

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- A new generation of legal technology entrepreneurs from Southeast Asia is looking to enter the United States (US) market as the region’s business-to-business digital commerce sector is projected to reach US$130 billion by 2026. (US$1=RM4.04)

MATRADE Appoints Abu Bakar Yusof As CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) has appointed Abu Bakar Yusof as chief executive officer effective today.